Maintenance Manager

First Meridian Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $60k-$80k per year

Guaranteed 40 hours/week

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Additional benefits: cell phone, 401(k

Employee discount

Job summary

First Meridian Services in Colorado is seeking a Maintenance Manager to keep our bakery facility and production equipment running safely and efficiently. You will design and execute a maintenance plan that supports growth and reliability.

The role requires holistic trade expertise across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and food-processing equipment, plus strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Supervisory experience and a commitment to food safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years industrial maintenance experience, with 4 years supervisory/management.
• Facility maintenance experience to include buildings and related systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs general building maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Performs equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Maintains the Maintenance Room and inventory of parts.
• Coordinates with managers to ensure safe functioning of production equipment.
• Maintains GMP standards related to repair/maintenance of equipment.
• Documents repair/maintenance activities.
• Schedules repair/maintenance with minimal disruption to operations.
• Adheres to codes for building repairs.

Skills

Communication skills

Solution-focused mindset

Interpersonal skills

Organization & multitasking

Time management

Reading schematics

Plant layout modification

Electrical/Mechanical safety

Food processing equipment knowledge

Team collaboration under pressure

MaintainX software

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 6 years industrial maintenance experience with 4 years supervisory/management

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Tools

MaintainX software

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About this position

Harvest Moon Baking Company (HMBC) is proud to be a Colorado-owned company. From its establishment in 2006, HMBC has stayed true to old-school baking traditions, using pure, simple ingredients (no artificial preservatives) with an unwavering commitment to quality and consistency.

We are grateful for our amazing team of artisans who have contributed to our 20-year success. If you’re interested in joining a team of talented, motivated, exceptional individuals, HMBC is a place you can put your skills to work, and we can accomplish something great together.

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for keeping the facility and the production equipment for operations running in a safe, consistent, efficient manner. This includes designing and executing a maintenance plan that addresses growth.

The Maintenance Manager will possess holistic trade expertise (e.g., mechanical, electrical, HVAC, equipment maintenance specific to a commercial bakery environment, and mechanical equipment in general) with strong analytical capability and a solution mindset.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Salary Range: $60,000 to $80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Guaranteed Hours: This position is guaranteed 40 hours per week. Hours worked over 40 in a workweek are eligible for overtime pay at time and a half of your regular rate, in accordance with applicable law.
• Insurance: Health, Dental, and Vision available the first of the month following your start date; additional EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options available.
• Additional Benefits : Monthly cell phone stipend (opt-in), 401(k) available after 6 months, and employee discount.
• Time Off: PTO accrual increases with tenure, plus up to 5 paid holidays per year and paid leave provided in accordance with applicable Colorado and federal laws.
• Growth : Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs general building maintenance and makes building maintenance repairs as needed.
• Performs equipment maintenance and equipment repairs as needed.
• Performs mechanical equipment maintenance and mechanical equipment repairs as needed.
• Maintains the organization and upkeep of the Maintenance Room, including proper inventory of parts and other related and necessary supplies.
• Works proficiently and effectively with managers, supervisors, and leads to problem-solve issues to ensure the proper/safe functioning of all equipment related to production, including sanitation.
• Maintains GMP standards related to repair/maintenance of equipment, including use of materials/methods congruent with food safety standards.
• Ensures accurate, proper documentation related to repair/maintenance of equipment.
• Strategically schedules repair/maintenance needs to ensure least disruption to operations.
• For any building repairs, adheres to local, state, and federal codes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Common-sense thinking with a solution-focused mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with close attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to read, develop, and alter schematic diagrams, equipment, and architectural drawings.
• Ability to modify plant layout of an equipment area to enhance its efficiency or to accommodate new equipment.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical/mechanical safety practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food processing equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively, collaboratively, professionally, positively, and respectfully in stressful situations and a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient user of MaintainX software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Flexible to work varying hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years’ industrial maintenance experience, preferably within food processing; with 4 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Facility maintenance experience to include buildings and related systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions may include prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, repetitive hand and wrist motion, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The position may also involve exposure to hot, cold, and hazardous equipment.

Frequency of Physical Requirements

• Bend: Frequently
• Climb/Crawl: Occasionally
• Sit: Occasionally
• Kneel: Frequently
• Squat: Frequently
• Stand/Walk: Constantly

Frequency of Mental Requirements

• Communicate Orally: Constantly
• Evaluating: Regularly
• Perform Calculations: Frequently
• Read/Comprehend: Regularly
• Reason/Analyze: Regularly
• Write: Frequently

HIRING PROCESS

Application Deadline: August 27th, 2026

This date represents our anticipated application deadline and may be extended based on business needs.

Internal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility.

First Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.